Newsletter 13
Dear friends,
The sunbirds (aka snowbirds) have arrived in the sunny south for the winter season and are enjoying our gorgeous November weather.
If you’re considering investing in your retirement and purchasing a second home in the Suncoast area, why wait any longer? Read more below for news on predictions for our real estate market.
It’s also a great time to start thinking about who will manage your southern property when you return home to the north or to your home country.
We’re here year-round to help you with any of your southern home tasks.
Our Home Watch Service ensures that your southern property is inspected weekly and you are emailed a report with our findings. Your garden is manicured as part of our Horticulture Maintenance Service and your pool is balanced and kept clean as part of our Pool Maintenance Service.
Here’s some recent Suncoast area news:
FLORIDA PREDICTED TO BE #1 MARKET : Housing analysts predict Florida’s real estate market will be the one to watch in 2014 – again! The Home Buying Institute predicts the Sunshine State will surpass housing markets in California, Las Vegas and Phoenix to retake the national spotlight next year, edging out other recovering markets, according to a new report. Click on the link to read more: Florida #1 market
FOREIGN BUYING BOOMS : A growing number of international buyers are taking advantage of Southwest Florida’s still relatively low home prices by snapping up primary residences and investment properties alike. The Sarasota-Manatee area is ranked second most popular in the state with buyers from the UK, and third in the state among Canadian purchasers. Read more here: Foreign buying boosts Sarasota market
A PUSH FOR THE ARTS : Visit Sarasota Country, the area’s tourism agency, has created www.visitsarasota.org/arts-and-culture to better tout artistic, historic and cultural offerings to tourists considering a vacation or extended stay in Sarasota. Within the site are pages focussing on visual arts, performing arts, heritage history and education, entertainment arts, festivals, architecture and other attractions.
RAINFOREST GARDEN OPENS : Selby Gardens celebrated the grand opening of the Ann Goldstein Children’s Rainforest Garden on November 9. The newest attraction to the breathtaking gardens includes a 12 foot waterfall, swinging bridges and a wonderful teaching opportunity for children and adults. Follow the jump for some pictures from the wonderful day: Rainforest Garden Opens
BRINGING MORE SAND TO LIDO SHORELINE : Walking down Lido Beach and listening to the waves crash, you are watching it all slip away underfoot. Even on calm days, the ocean is exorable in washing the sand away. The erosion is inevitable, however plans are going ahead for a 50 year, $22 million project to rebuild Lido Beach and maintain it for the future. The beach will grow by up to 300 feet in the plan, which accounts for rising sea levels. Follow the link for more Bringing more sand to Lido shoreline
SIESTA BEACH PROJECT IS APPROVED : Sarasota County is about to start construction on a project that will change the look of Siesta Beach. The plans include creating a pedestrian walkway and expanding parking, restrooms, shelters and concessions. The county plans to spend $21.5 million on all improvements. Click here to read more: Siesta Beach Project OK’d
We can help to make your dreams come true. Whether that’s assistance in finding your dream home in the Suncoast area, watching your southern property when you return to the north, assisting with projects, errands, landscaping and esthetics … you’re in good hands. Visit our website for more information on our services: Suncoast Home Concierge
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